A study published in Respiratory Medicine found that online resources for pulmonary inhaler therapy lack important information on proper inhaler technique, preparation, and care. The study compared information from websites with product monographs for 12 common inhaler devices. Most websites were rated as moderate quality but lacked information on preparation/first-use and post-usage/device-care. Industry websites scored higher than advocacy or scientific sources. Clinically relevant factors were poorly addressed, with no mention of risk factors, environmental considerations, or smoking cessation. The study concludes that online resources for inhaler technique have significant gaps and fail to provide comprehensive, accurate information for patients.
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Online Resources for Inhaler Therapy Omit Important Information
